Great Marlow crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
14 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Great Marlow
Great Marlow is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and the 2460 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by its low-lying floodplains adjacent to the Clarence River, supporting a landscape dominated by agricultural land use, particularly sugarcane farming and cattle grazing. Due to its rural nature and susceptibility to periodic flooding, the population is relatively sparse, contributing to the broader demographic profile of the greater Grafton rural hub.
Local life in Great Marlow is characterized by a quiet, community-oriented rural lifestyle. While the locality itself is primarily residential-agricultural with few commercial amenities, residents rely heavily on the nearby regional centre of Grafton—situated just across the river—for essential services, secondary education, healthcare, and retail shopping. Transport connectivity is facilitated by local rural roads linking into the Gwydir and Pacific Highway networks.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr language groups before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was historically tied to the expansion of agriculture and river navigation along the Clarence River valley. Today, Great Marlow retains its rural character, preserving a quiet landscape that reflects the early pioneering and agricultural history of the Northern Rivers region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 184 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.